Feeling fatigued, stressed out? Do you notice that you’ve also been gaining weight for no apparent reason? Constantly depressed and can’t get yourself out of this feeling? These may be signs that you have hypothyroidism.
Over 20 million Americans have problems with how their thyroid is working. Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid is under-active and hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid is over-active. All hormones in your body work in sync with one another and need to have a delicate balance.
When looking into the thyroid function we recommend getting your thyroid levels checked, and specifically ask for T3, T4, Reverse T3, Antithyroglobulin Antibody (TG) & Antithyoidperozidase Antibody (TPO). These are all important to truly know how your thyroid hormones are working with one another. If you do have an imbalance, instead of only taking synthetic hormone replacement medications, try some of these natural remedies.
Top 10 Natural Hypothyroidism Remedies
- Ashwagandha (500 mg/day) – Helps lower cortisol (stress hormone) levels and balances T4 (thyroid hormone) levels
- Iodine (150-300 mcd/day) – Helps to resolve thyroid dysfunction. Do not take if you have Hashimoto’s disease.
- Selenium (200 mcg/day) – is vital for the production of T3 (thyroid) hormone, get this through the food you eat. A great source of selenium is Brazil nuts.
- L-tyrosine (500 mg 2x/day) – amino acid necessary for production of numerous thyroid hormones
- Fish Oil (1,000 mg/day) – essential fatty acids critical for the functioning of the thyroid
- Vitamin B Complex (1 complex capsule/day) – Especially B12 & thiamine are important for neurological function and balancing hormones
- Probiotic Supplements (50 billion CFU/serving) – Help to heal the gut and aid in nutrient absorption, necessary to properly take in your vitamins/minerals
- Frankincense essential oil – helps increase function of the thyroid gland, can rub directly onto the lower part of your neck
- Lemongrass and Myrrh essential oils (2-4 drops) – Mix them together, and can also rub directly onto the lower part of your neck
- Conservative Care – nutritional therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic all have benefits for relieving hormonal imbalances.
At Impact Chiropractic in Fort Collins, we help people with all sorts of health conditions find balanced hormones & their healthiest bodies. Book an appointment today to start your journey to wellness!
